The nurse is talking with a chatty 7-year-old girl during her regular check-up. Which behaviors would the child also be expected to exhibit?
A) Showing no interest in what the nurse sees in her ears
B) Explaining what is right and what is wrong
C) Demonstrating independence from her mother
D) Showing no concern when the nurse hurts her own finger
Ans: B
At this age, behavior is seen by the child as either completely right or wrong. The child will almost surely want to know why the nurse looks in her ears. The child depends heavily on parents for support and encouragement at this age. This is a time when children gain empathy, so the child would show concern for the nurse's injury.
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